There has been no dearth of smart clock hacks featuring E Ink displays and here is another from mattwach which has an interesting take on the concept thanks to its wooden build. As Hackaday revealed, making up the core of the clock is the Atmega328p microchip that runs off a 32.768 KHz clock crystal. This allows for the twin advantages of precise timekeeping while also ensuring … [Read more...] about E Ink clock shows time and a host of other info
Xiaomi InkPalm 5 e-reader now available worldwide
The Xiaomi InkPalm 5 e-reader is now available worldwide, Liliputing reported. The pocket-sized e-reader with a 5.2-inch E Ink display was so far available only within China for around $91. However, retailer AliExpress is now taking orders from buyers anywhere in the world for around $110. This makes for a nice development as those looking for a portable e-reader now have … [Read more...] about Xiaomi InkPalm 5 e-reader now available worldwide
Should Apple launch an e-reader?
Media consumption is one of the many things that you would buy an iPad for. Apple too offers an excellent app in the form of Apple Books for that. The app keeps things simple yet elegant. Be it reading e-books or listening to audiobooks, the Apple Books app suffices for all your requirements and won't require installing different apps for the same.In fact, so well organized … [Read more...] about Should Apple launch an e-reader?
Unihertz Titan Slim with BlackBerry-like keyboard now on Kickstarter for $249
The Unihertz Titan Slim which comes with a physical keyboard is perhaps the best thing that BlackBerry fans can look forward to since the latter has become non-existent. Now the good news on this front is that the Unihertz Titan Slim is currently available on pre-order via a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign and is priced at $249. Shipping, according to Liliputing, is expected … [Read more...] about Unihertz Titan Slim with BlackBerry-like keyboard now on Kickstarter for $249
Google is officially back in the tablet game, confirms launch of Pixel tablet in 2023
Google has confirmed they are working on a new tablet device which they intend to launch sometime next year. Google made the announcement at its developer's conference where it also announced the new Pixel series of smartphones as well as an AR headset. Tentatively named Pixel tablet, there is very little information available about the upcoming tablet though, other than the … [Read more...] about Google is officially back in the tablet game, confirms launch of Pixel tablet in 2023
Hisense A9 with 6.1-inch E Ink display, SD662 chipset launched
Hisense introduced its newest E Ink smartphone, the A9. Featuring a 6.1-inch 300 PPI E Ink Carta 1200 display with HyperWave ultra-wave display engine, Hisense said the new A9 allows for a 33 percent faster refresh rate and has 36 levels of color temperature adjustment. Further, there are 27 integrated LEDs all of which should allow for a great reading experience causing the … [Read more...] about Hisense A9 with 6.1-inch E Ink display, SD662 chipset launched
Upcoming Blackview Tab 12 might be the best value-for-money tablet at $199
With the pandemic bringing the tablet PCs back in focus all over again, there has been a mad rush among companies to launch new tablets in the segment. Oppo, Vivo, Motorola, OnePlus, Huawei, Xiaomi, Samsung, et al have either launched new tablet devices or are in the process of doing so. A not so well known Chinese company named Blackview too has a slew of budget tablet devices … [Read more...] about Upcoming Blackview Tab 12 might be the best value-for-money tablet at $199
Hanvon N10 e-note device with 10.3-inch E Ink display announced
Hanvon has announced the launch of a new e-note device named the N10. Featuring a 10.3-inch E Ink display, the new N10 is significantly thinner at just 5.5 mm which, as ITHome said has been achieved by removing the screen layer, the capacitive screen, and the light guide plate. Also, all of this has not only resulted in a display that is 31 percent thinner but has also added to … [Read more...] about Hanvon N10 e-note device with 10.3-inch E Ink display announced
Key specs revealed on the new Hisense A9 E INK Smartphone
Hisense is all set to launch its new E Ink phone christened Hisense A9 on May 11. However, with just a day left to that happening, the company has launched a few teaser posters revealing some key aspects of the phone. As Gizmochina revealed, the tester posters carry the theme ‘Refresh Your View’ which likely points to the smartphone coming with some new technology that could … [Read more...] about Key specs revealed on the new Hisense A9 E INK Smartphone
10 of the best ebook titles to dive into in May
There is going to be no dearth of great new books to dip into in the month of May. The options are going to be varied too, which includes the likes of a former flight attendant's memoir to fantasy, non-fiction, thrillers, horror, adventure, and whatnot. Any book of any genre that you wish to read, and you can have it all this month. Here are some of the best titles coming out … [Read more...] about 10 of the best ebook titles to dive into in May
The Badger 2040 includes an E Ink display and Raspberry Pi MCU on a single board
Here is what has been described as a development demo board running Python which is unique in that it combines both an e Ink display and a Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller. Designed by the UK-based company Pimoroni, the Badger 2040, as the device is named, features a small 2.9-inch monochrome e-ink display having 296 x 128 pixels. That makes for a pixelated display but … [Read more...] about The Badger 2040 includes an E Ink display and Raspberry Pi MCU on a single board
Amazon giving away 16 Kids Kindle e-books for Children’s Book Week
The Children’s Book Week 2022 will be celebrated twice - from May 2 - 8 and then again from November 7 - 13. That makes for two full weeks dedicated to getting children to read more. There usually are events organized at schools, libraries, bookstores, and such to mark the occasion where children get the chance to meet up with the book creators. The aim is to make children … [Read more...] about Amazon giving away 16 Kids Kindle e-books for Children’s Book Week
Facebook confirms exit from podcast business by June 3rd
Facebook is getting its hands off the podcast business barely a year after it had got into it. In fact, the company is pulling itself back from all of its audio ventures, which include Soundbites and the general audio hub as well, Bloomberg reported. Creators won't be allowed to add new podcasts from this week onwards while all of the existing podcasts will be removed on June … [Read more...] about Facebook confirms exit from podcast business by June 3rd
